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December 31, 2006
Only in castro
Would you see a license like this
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December 28, 2006
Changes for New Years - Leave me a message
After making work revisit my idea for rotating my schedule with the other girl I work with, I finally convinced them it was a good idea. Before I arrived there was one person (my lovely Elizabeth) who had to do all the work. Now that we have 2 people doing similar jobs (although I could NEVER do her job or would want to), we have two people to cover more hours in the day which means, we could each afford time before and after open hours of operation to have quiet time to actually make some uninterupted calls, pull charts, fax and mail copies of records, etc... Seems logical dont it?
So to keep things fair so one person isnt getting the crap shift, we are going to start Monday alternating on a weekly basis. Beginning January 2nd, Ill work that week from 7am to 4pm and Elizabeth will do the 9am to 6pm shift. The week after we will swicth and so on and so forth. This is much better than the way we've been doing it and both working MWF 9-6 and TuTh 7-4. My body couldnt decide in two months what it wanted to do for sleep so it shut down most nights at 10pm. Hopefully this change will help.
It will also help my gym schedule providing I can do two things. On the weeks I work 9am, I can be motivated to go in before work 2 days a week (although if I go after, it would be fine cause I wouldnt have to be back till 9am), and I can push myself to go on Saturday mornings. This will allow me to do MWF at 4pm SuTuTh early, SaMWF,SuTuTh... etc... Which would actually be giving me an extra day in there again instead of 3 days a week (if that recently). So Im excited for the change.
As for other new things I found, I realized AIM offers free local phone numbers with voicemail that shows up in your inbox. I set up my AIM mail account a while ago figuring it was free and I already had my screen name. I realized when looking for jobs that desmondsdoghouse.com may not be appropriate domain for some jobs I was looking at. With it came the same storage capacity as gmail (although Im sure thats changed by now) and I never looked further into it till today.
I signed up for the free local number and tried it out. You get a recorded message telling the caller theyve reached the mail box of 415-xxx-xxxx and to leave a message. You then receive an email with an mp3 attached which you can save to your hard drive. Funny thing is Ive been looking for a way to save my voice mails on my phone because some of them Id really love to email.
One of the biggest uses I can think of is if you have personal business cards that you constantly hand out, only to discover you didnt really want to give that person your number. This is a great way to screen the calls and you can always give them the other number after you figured out they arent a psycho.
Another use would be as a second option for people who dont really want to chat, they can leave you a message on that number and if you want to call them back you can. This saves *them* from actually having to talk on the phone. Think text messaging on this one.
Just one more quick thing and Im done. I walked into Walgreens today thinking maybe they had some Christmas candy on sale. Its all down and Valentines is up. Valentines in December? Ugh!!!!
Tonight Im going over to hang out with Throbbin. Finally some sanity (I think).
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GIR Fans and Prada
So for all those people who love GIR and use Yahoo widgets, I found this cute and useless widget. I enjoy it but then again I enjoy useless things.
As for other things, Elizabeth and I have been reading The Devil Wears Prada and after seeing the movie, Im not certain it depicts these characters in the same way as the movie. I get the urge to tell Andrea to stop whining and that a million girls would die for her job. I also feel myself talking in my head like Miranda at all those irritating people who annoy me.
This morning as Im walking to work, Im walking on the inside closest to the building because I need to turn right. A girl walking towards me is also walking on the inside. Knowing that I need the inside because of the turn, I stood my ground and thought "its mine, thats all" followed by an after thought of "Was there something confusing about this that you found challenging?". Damn it Miranda, get out of my head.
As for feeling better, sleep, water, and cold-eeze do the trick again. Im back to 100% whoop whoop..... (did I just say that?) ugh!
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December 27, 2006
Who wouldnt love GIR
Gir: [disguised as a dog] MEOW!
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[Zim's telescope is malfunctioning]
Zim: Gir! Come to the observatory!
[Gir's head pops out of ceiling]
Gir: Yeees?
Zim: What have you done to the telescope?
Gir: Nothin'...
Zim: You haven't touched it? Something is broken and it's not your fault?
Gir: I know, I'm scared too!
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Gir: I'm gonna roll around on the floor for a while. KAY?
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Zim: Why was there BACON IN THE SOAP?
GIR: I made it myself!
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Zim: Gir, do you want to wake up the entire planet?
Gir: [shouts] I do!
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Zim: Once I infect the human's meat supply with filth, the planet will be mine for the taking! GIR, ready the tractor beam!
GIR: DOOKIE!
Zim: Sometimes I'm scared to think of what goes on in that tiny robot brain of yours
GIR: [looks out at the cows in the field. In his mind, they turn into Weenies wearing tuxedoes and top-hats]
Dapper Weenies: [in GIR's mind] Dance with us, GIR! Dance with us into oblivion!
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And finally one of my favorites :)
GIR: Let's go to my room, pig!
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Christmas
Well Christmas weekend was nice and quiet. Much quieter than I had expected which was much to my enjoyment.
Friday night I met a few friends at Powerhouse. Met a few new people there, had a kissing contest, and had our share of fun. Saturday I stayed home all day and in the evening met up with a Sir Ive known, trusted, and played with before. We met up at Powerhouse for a quick beer and then back to his place. It was nice to get to know more about him as well as allow him to get to know me a bit more. That is my new project for myself, is to quit being afraid to let people see inside me. I always fear if they see inside, they will see the insecurities, the fears, the unknown knowledge, and all those things we dont want people to see. I realize however there is a lot of good things about me that I also keep hidden by doing this. So my goal is to open up more to many people, especially one person I really like and plan to spend more time with soon.
Sunday I went to dinner with Russet. As I was heading out to meet him, my phone rang. It was Rick. "Are you already outside your apartment?"... "yes"..."nice red shirt you have on"... As I turned around Rick was riding down the hill on his scooter. He had a present for me. I wasnt expecting any gifts this year and it really made me feel good. This was the second gift I had gotten and the first being a cute pit bull piggy bank that Joshhad gotten me on Friday.
So Russet and I went to eat at Fuzio and on the way ran into my friend Joseph who moved back to the area recently. I met Joseph in Rochester and heard through a fellow transplant he had moved back but hadnt seen him yet. Its funny but the last time I saw him was when I had run into him on the street and this time was in the exact same spot only on the other side of the street. Weird!
So we went to dinner at Fuzio and then back to my place to hang out for a bit. Soon Russet and I were getting ready for Underwear/PJ night at Powerhouse. I introduced Joseph to my two major kinks, which he seemed to be interested (in a hmmm I never knew kind of way). Powerhouse was rather quiet but I did get a lot of compliments on my sleeper. We ran into a couple of other friends, again met new people, and somehow back at my place for a night cap.
I woke up Monday with a sore throat. I thought perhaps it was from smoking and drinking and carrying on the night before but after having lunch again with Russet, I came home to find myself with the chills. I curled up on the couch, watched TV, did some reading, chatted online, and relaxed the rest of the day. I was in bed around 9:30.
Yesterday was back to work. I wasnt feeling good but trudged on in anyway. After being there and having every inch of my body ache, I came home early and slept most of the day and night. My estimate would be about 15 hours of sleep and this morning Im feeling a bit better but not quite 100%. Ill try work again and see what happens today.
This weekend will be busy so Im hoping to be better by Friday. Friday night will be my 3rd patrol. Saturday is a puppy pile over at John, Sunday Im having a get together here for New Years Eve. So overall it will be a busy weekend.
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December 22, 2006
Win A Trip to SF
For those who know me I used to work for headsets.com (1800Headsets.ca for the canadian market). The day I handed in my resignation was the same day the new catalog came out with myself being in the group photo. Last week, I received a holiday card at my new job and guess what? There is a group shot with me in the picture. It had my new employer wondering (and laughing).
With the holiday card, they are also offering a free trip to San Francisco. All someone has to do is be a bit creative and take a photo of someone wearing a headset in a creative way. Perhaps someone I know can enter and get a free trip, hotel paid, and travel expenses. Here's the card they sent. You should be able to click on the image to get the full size picture (you may have to click twice)
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December 20, 2006
Who's In Charge?
So Im walking up 18th with Rick and we are talking as this guy stops in the middle of the two of us. I of course walk around because I dont pay attention to strangers who want my attention unless they are cute (who doesnt). As he stops in front of us, he yells out "Whos in charge?". I walk around but Ricks curiousity gets the best of him and he replies "Whos in charge of what?". The old man comes back and with a jazzy/vaudville tone replies "Whos in charge of Sex".
It didnt stop there. Rick and I go to Daddys for a drink. A guy walks in and looks directly at Rick and says "Tonights the night". I just looked at Rick and said "Dont do it!". He fought the urge and didnt ask.
To take things one step further, we are standing outside Cliffs. A guy walks past Rick, and pretty much looked so close at him that you would think he was checking out his nose hair. The guy said nothing and just kept walking.
Man Rick! Some days you have all the fun lol....
On another note, I went to dinner with Josh & Randy. It went well. Its funny but my horoscope said "dont look back, be sad, or have regrets" and I dont. It was a bit tough though hearing about how Josh has become the person I wanted him to be in our relationship. Things I said back then that I wanted, seemed to be things he was now realizing with Randy. Im not sure if I failed at communication or if it was all just a part of growing (although Id like to think I helped in the process of his growth), but all in all Im really happy that if he couldnt be *that* person with me, he can be *that* person with someone else.
I on the other hand am becoming more poly and taking on the role of the things he wanted me to be. Its funny how we shifted gears. I understand a lot of the things he wanted which I couldnt give at that time. Its funny how life works but he is happy, I am happy, and we are still very much friends. We always said we wanted each other to be happy and I really think we are both happy for each others happiness. *sigh*, its a comforting feeling knowing you can be with someone for 3 1/2 years, love them, let them go, and still be happy in your own life and for theres.
Finally I received a "elf yourself" from a friend and decided to do my own.
Enjoy
http://www.elfyourself.com/?userid=7a817dfff4ecb0a3102fb84G06122006
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December 18, 2006
Sing A Long Grease
So tonight I went with Matt and Charlene to sing a long Grease. What a fantastic time. It was my first time at Castro Theater and the place was as amazing as the rumors I heard.
Upon entering we were given prop bags to use throughout the movie. It consisted of a pom pom, sunglasses,a piece of pink paper, bubbles, a comb, and a fake cigarette that smoked when you blew into it.
The festivities started with the pipe organ rising center stage, playing Summer Lovin and continued with medlies from the movie.
We were greeted by the principal and the coach who taught us the hand jive and the words to We Go Together. She also told us "If you can't be an athlete, you can always be an athletic supporter".
So we had a great time. There was one line that stuck out and I'd like to know exactlt what they meant. Of course it was a harmless line, but my mind works in weird ways.
Frenchie: Whats the matter? Arent you happy?
Sandy: Not Really, Frenchy, but I could be. Could you help me?
Hmmmm lesbians?
After the movie and singing our hearts out, we went to Daddys. I had two beers and actually went home. Work is going to be tough tomorrow and I have such a busy week ahead.
Ugh I'm soo gonna pay for it all.
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December 17, 2006
Too Cute For Comfort
I guess although part of me knows I'm cute, there's another part that says I'm nothing special. Last night I kind of felt the two feeling at once.
I went out last night on my second patrol and when it was over I stopped for a few drinks. I got a lot of flirtatious looks which made me feel good but no one would approach me and actually have a conversation.
I also realized when I'm out by myself, a feeling of being inadequit in comparison to other people. Strangers so to speak.
After deciding to go to the Edge, I went over there without any expectations. I never thought of myself as unapproachable but am beginning to wonder what might send that signal to others.
I sat there in silence with more looking, flirting, and smiling. It wasn't until 2 guys on there way out stopped by and actually said hello before they left.
They told me how they all had been checking me out and none of them wanted to come talk to me. They decided on their way out they would at least say hi. It was then that I realized there is an intimidation with being cute. In many ways a curse.
Elizabeth and I have been reading The Devil Wears Prada and all I can hear in my head is "A million girls would kill to have your job". Its the same premise.
As for Elizabeth, whom I absolutely adore working with, she apparently talks highly of me. To her mom.
Her mom had put together a gift bag for me, gave it to Elizabeth, and made her put her name on it. I've only worked with her 2 months but apparently made a great impressipn on her and her mom (now known as mama Jean).
As for the rest of life, its been pretty hectic with lots of commitments and plans. I'm happy to be busy but I do need a rest. I'm really anxious for April and possibly heading home to visit. I'm really missing everyone back east.
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After I typed the last part from brunch at Crepevine via my treo, I had two cute guys calling me from the window of their car. I assumed I knew them but after shielding my eyes from the blinding sun and removing the ear buds from my ears, I realized I didn't. I assumed they were flirting but the only part I caught was "dont you remember us?" in a joking way which was a funny way of saying simply "hi".
chuckle......ok its fun being cute and I love cat calls.
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Santa Flasher
How amusing.... :)
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December 13, 2006
My Name Is Leo
So if anyone wanted to get to know me by my astrological sign, this here seems to be the best description of my personality (at least from my own inner perspective). To give a situation recently that has a bit of irony to it after reading this, I met a guy Sunday night. We talked at Daddys for a bit and discussed his ungayness by not liking Madonna. It was a fun little conversation of "I hate this", "I hate this", until he spurted out "Just as long as youre not a Leo". The Leo in me had to respond in a strong, playful, dominating, and attacking way. I simply said "Im a Leo but Ive been insulted by better". He walked away at that point.
So on with my characteristics......
Leo July 23rd - August 22nd.....
Leo has a great deal of self confidence but they also have a great fear of being ridiculed and made to feel disgraced. While Leo is very affectionate there is a tendency to have things their way and may rapidly lose interest if they are challenged too often for the leading role. They will have to learn to discipline themselves against their overall enthusiasm for living life to the fullest, which is to say, dangerously on the edge. The creative urge in Leos should never be stifled as to do so a good deal of potential will be wasted.
Leos are found as painters, actors, or sculptors; but not all Leos are in the public arts, no, rather they can be found in the throes of creation doing their projects on the kitchen table. They have an infectious vitality that lights up their lives like an inner sun and illuminates not only their lives, but the lives of those around them. Lack of fulfillment in life, professionally or personally, can destroy these bright and shinning people and cloud their personalities.Leos need control in their lives to be really satisfied so organization is absolutely essential to their peace of mind.
A leo should cultivate a flexible mind as they do not always 'know best'.
Only when this trait is cultivated can the characteristic Leonine warmth, generosity, and desire to really understand others be fully indulged.
The lions love and adore children as they bring out the inner child. Leos are surprisingly sensitive and easily hurt, but they do have a tendency to dominate and this should never be underestimated. It is always meant well as they only want to bring out the best in the people they care about, or work with. They also tend toward impatience and they should make curbing these traits a lifelong objective. Born leaders, they can take command of a situation in any emergency and see it through to its completion. The enthusiams they acquired in childhood will generally last a lifetime and may even dictate the career one would choose.
They can be too status conscious, causing themselves much anguish when, or if, they cannot keep up with others in their immediate circle. They can also be quite overbearing and vain when they feel they are being challenged. On the other hand, the lions make great lovers and parents, giving more to a relationship than most of the other signs. They are good honorable persons and good providers.
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December 09, 2006
Jolly Ho Ho Ho
So Thursday night I layed down for a nap around 7:30. I was tired and figured it would help. I woke up briefly after about an hour but realized I needed to take my contacts out and went back to sleep. I woke up at 3:30am and of course had to stay up. Needless to say, I went to work, came home, and had to get ready for Jolly Ho last night. Total awake time is 22 hours. Ouch!
The event was fun however I think the rain kept people home. We raised about $1000 for PAWS (Pets Are Wonderful Support), and I think everyone enjoyed themselves. Rick began his birthday weekend celebration by dressing for the occasion. Timm was there as well dressed as a pirate. They both looked great and it was nice to see at least a couple of people who got into the pirate theme.
This morning was brunch. I organized a brunch of friends to get together for Ricks birthday. It was nice seeing several people, and there were 13 of us all together. While waiting outside with a few of our party, I ran into Master Jim with shadow, duke, and spike who were also having brunch at Chow.
Finally we all made it, some were late, and it turned out to be a lot of fun. Among the people there were Matt, Luis, Jason C, Josh, Randy, Mitch, Roger, John, Rob, Rick, Tim, Mark (I think that was his name, he came with Josh & Randy) and me.
After brunch, Jason invited us to play games at his house and not just naughty games. Real games (although some of us still played a little bit of those naughty ones). I mean, come on, an apartment full of cute guys? What would you do?
After about 2 hours there, I came left, met John again at Joes barber shop to try on jackets for the Community Patrol. Once that was done and out of the way, I came home. I was originally going to head to the Lone Star for beer bust but the rain got the best of me. I layed down for about an hour and a half and decided no beer bust for me today. I may go out later but for now, its relaxing being home. The roommies are away and its kind of nice having the place to myself.
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December 04, 2006
Oh Christmas Tree, Oh Christmas Tree
Powerhouse was fun Saturday night, however Carlton who works there and also organizes the CCOP told me that one of the teams that night came up on an armed robbery. They kept their distance and called it in, but after seeing one of the people I knew who was on the team, I learned something.
Apparently the business owner told them they didnt have to call it in because they hit the silent alarm. It amazes me how some people think. Hitting the silent alarm does not give a good description of the guy or tell you which direction he ran. I still think its a good thing we are around and it really lets me know that we are helping.
Sunday I went out and bought some new stuff. I bought a new ipod shuffle which Ive wanted for several months now. Man they are tiny! I went to Mr S and bought a new vest made of the same material that wet suits are made of (I keep forgetting the name of the material). I bought a new jock strap and a couple of other things that should go unmentioned lol.
Last night was the Leather Forum Holiday Dinner which I volunteered to be a tree. I was a bit nervous because I was thinking I wouldnt know many people but in fact, when I arrived, I knew about 25% of the people and there were some hot guys Ive met but havent seen in a long time.
Up went the tree. I probably stayed up there longer than I should have but I was having fun. I was stripped down to just my socks and boots and had my privates exposed as well as my nipples. Yes, I was played with for a good hour and loved every minute of it. I was wrapped in green suran wrap, with real tree branches, lights, bulbs, and garland. I had candy canes hooped through my nipple ring. The only trouble I had was when they took the candy cane, opened it and hung it from my nuts, which was licked. That was fine until they took the candy cane (now stuck on my um not so privates) and put it in my mouth. There was pubic hair on there and I was like a cat trying to get rid of a hair ball. The ice down the suran wrap was fun, especially when it started to run down my leg. Thanks Jorge! lol
After about an hour up there, it was finally time to come down. I got a lot of compliments on being a tree and all the other boys who were trees looks fantastic. Sukk took several pictures and I cant wait to see them. I also used his camera to take some pictures of him as a tree which I cant wait to see.
After the dinner I went with Daddy Vince and Jorge to the Lonestar for a few drinks. I really love hanging out with them. I got to learn more about both of them and several things about trees that arent native to SF. Apparently its like poison to the natural plants that do live here. We talked about trouble and embarrassing situations and it really was fun to connect with them.
On my way home I stopped by Daddys. I ran into someone I hadnt seen in a while, ran into Mario (who was at the dinner) and met a few new people.
Talking to Mario, it kind of set me back a step. I was talking in normal conversation about myself (which I often do) and I made a comment about boys (referring to myself). It set me back a notch because Ive never felt a part of the Leather Community and in the conversation, I was talking about it as if I were. It really made me think how comfortable people have made me feel and how much a part of it I am now. It was a good feeling.
I was also able to explain being poly to someone, with ease, but most important last night was how it pertained to me and my needs rather than explaining to someone what it was. I was able to tell them what I wanted, and what I would expect from people I was with. It was really a good feeling as well.
So all in all it was a fantastic weekend but now Monday is here and off to work. Woof! till next time.
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December 02, 2006
Big Red Balls
I woke up this morning, had scraps of coffee grounds, made really weak coffee (because I cant survive without anything), and no sooner sat down in my groggy state of mind and my friend Jason and his roommate Josh were heading to brunch. They asked if I wanted to go and Ricko called and said he was going too. I said sure.
So being half asleep, I jumped in the shower, still exhausted from last nights walking around Castro for 3 hours (I didnt realize how much it wore me out till this morning), I was ready to go. Mind you, I havent jumped in the shower in that condition in years. It was hell.
So I met them at Starbucks and my friend John called. He was heading to Target but decided to take a detour to do brunch with us. We went to Luna which seems like the place lately to go and all had an enjoyable breakfast.
I bought some hair dye to lighten my hair a bit, came home and took a nap while John continued to Target, and Rick, Jason, and Josh headed downtown to shop. My goal today was to go out and take some pictures of the city and it ended up being a group adventure. I met up with them again around 2:30 in Union Square, Josh left, and the 4 of us ventured around, walking, and taking some pictures.
Finally John and Rick left and Jason and I headed to Chevys for a quick bite to eat. It was nice spending some time with him. I really think there are some great people around me and always appreciative of the time I get to spend with them.
Tonight Im off to the Powerhouse and tomorrow its time to be a human Christmas Tree. Oh boy, what a great weekend so far.
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Ruh Roh Rhaggy!
Tonight was my first patrol with Castro Community on Patrol. I was a bit scared at first, not knowing what to expect, and not knowing what kind of trouble we would find. Im really glad I hung out with John before because it made it much easier.
I started to get to know John a few months ago after the miniature golf outing with the pups and Ive really grown to like John a lot. We seem to have similar focus on life and as it turned out, he was in the same training for the patrol as I was.
So we hung out for about an hour before we had to start, talked about Heroes, what we anticipated would happen and for those who watch it, we wondered who the hero would be that dies. So many possibilities.
So we got there around 9:15 and were supposed to have an officer with us. This didnt happen. The 3 of us were on our own patroling the west side of Castro from Castro to Diamond and from Market to 19th. I really think because John and I knew each other, it really made it easy for Jamie to fall in with us and the 3 of us worked great as a team. We asked each other "what should we do?" questions and honestly listened to each other to come up with the best solutions. We all contributed to which direction we should go, what we should be doing, and at one point, should we call the non emergency number for the police.
We walked the beat, noticing many houses without porch lights or any significant lighting. We talked to many people around Castro, handed out whistles, and discussed what we were doing. We got a lot of great feedback and there seemed to be so many people who were happy we were there.
The only trouble we ran into (and it wasnt really trouble) was a group of under age kids, who were looking for a place to hang out, smoke pot, and drink on the streets. There were about 15 kids, who were settled on Collingwood, who apparently were already chased off Castro & Market, causing some trouble. At first we walked by, I said hello just to let them know we were around, watched them a bit as they went back and forth, up and down the street, and continued to drink and be disruptive in the neighborhood. Something I wouldnt want if I was living there.
So after some rough housing started, we decided it may be a good idea to call the police and have them take care of the situation. I remembered what it was like being that age and when I knew I was up to no good, it didnt matter who you were standing there watching, I still left because I was intimidated and didnt want to get in trouble. I completely forgot what it was like at that age until tonight. Even after Carlton the other night said to "remember, we were punk asses once". I never remembered until being on the other side of it all.
So we patroled till midnight and I went to Daddys for a drink. It was a great experience and I am really happy to be helping and to be a part of this group.
Oh yeah, apparently Im sexy in orange. Who knew? lol
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